da Vinci Xi Robotic Surgery

472 robotic surgeries performed in 2018

Singing River Health System supports the latest state-of-the-art surgery procedures using the da Vinci® Surgical System at both hospital locations in Pascagoula and Ocean Springs.

Robotically assisted surgery represents the very latest in surgical technology and advancement. While it is a relatively new development, over 1.5 million surgical procedures have been performed using the technology with great success.

Benefits of Robotic Surgery

More complex procedures can be performed laparoscopically

Reduced scarring, smaller incisions

Shorter average hospitalization times

Reduced risk of wound complications

Reduced post-operative pain

Greater control of the medical devices than in traditional laparoscopic surgery

The surgeon has a better, 3D visualization of the surgical field

The dexterity and range of motion of the robotic arm is greater than that of traditional laparoscopic devices

Possible Risks and Considerations

Not all patients will qualify including those who are morbidly obese

The procedure is sometimes longer in length than traditional laparoscopy